Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
  • 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Angostura bitters
  • 18 ounces good quality beer
  • 4 -5 cloves garlic, pressed or smashed
  • 14-12 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon oregano leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

Method

  • Crumble beef into a 5 to 6 quart pot and cook, stirring, until browned.
  • Add onion and cook until soft.
  • Drain off grease.
  • Stir in tomatoes and their liquid, tomato puree, kidney beans, Worcestershire sauce, bitters, beer, garlic, red pepper flakes, Bay leaf, chili powder, coriander, cumin, thyme, oregano, and basil.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until chili is thick, about 2 hours.
  • Taste seasoning and remove Bay leaves.
  • Ladle into bowls and pass cheddar cheese, sour cream, and onions to spoon over individual servings.